Community Development Executive Salary in the United States

How much does a Community Development Executive make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Community Development Executive in the United States is $177,573 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $85.

However, a Community Development Executive's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $199,295
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $157,223 to $188,943
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $138,695
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Community Development Executive Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $188,943 $15,745 $3,634 $91
Average $177,573 $14,798 $3,415 $85
25th Percentile $157,223 $13,102 $3,024 $76
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Key Factors That Influence Community Development Executive Salaries

A Community Development Executive's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Community Development Executive Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Community Development Executive's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $165,140
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $166,962
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $169,392
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $173,037
  • Expert (over 8 years): $177,593
Levels Salary
Entry Level Community Development Executive$165,140
Intermediate Level Community Development Executive$166,962
Senior Level Community Development Executive$169,392
Specialist Level Community Development Executive$173,037
Expert Level Community Development Executive$177,593
$165,140 0 yr
$166,962 < 2 yrs
$169,392 2-4 yrs
$173,037 5-8 yrs
$177,593 > 8 yrs
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How Do Community Development Executive Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Community Development Executives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $196,603.
  • California: $195,863.
  • Massachusetts: $193,253.

Top Paying Cities for Community Development Executives

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $223,973
  • San Francisco: $221,763
  • Oakland: $216,853

What Skills Can Increase a Community Development Executive's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Attention to Detail (Mentioned in 4.01% Job Postings): Executing and completing a task with a high level of accuracy.
  • Sales and Marketing (Mentioned in 11.5% Job Postings): Marketing consists of the strategies your company employs to generate interest in your business. Sales are the methods by which you convert that interest into a transaction.
  • Clinical Outcomes (Mentioned in 4.01% Job Postings): Clinical outcomes are measurable changes in health, function or quality of life that result from our care.
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Attention to Detail 4.01%
Sales and Marketing 11.5%
Clinical Outcomes 4.01%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Community Development Executive's salary.
  • B2B: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Healthcare Industry: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Sales and Marketing: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
B2B
 $197,106
11%
Healthcare Industry
 $191,779
8%
Sales and Marketing
 $188,227
6%
Collaboration
 $182,900
3%
Forging
 $182,900
3%
Salesforce
 $182,900
3%
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Community Development Executive Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Community Development Executive's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$157,223
Average $177,573/year
$188,943
$13,102
Average $14,798/month
$15,745
$3,024
Average $3,415/week
$3,634
$76
Average $85/hour
$91
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $188,943 $15,745 $3,634 $91
Average $177,573 $14,798 $3,415 $85
25th Percentile $157,223 $13,102 $3,024 $76

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Salary Trends for Community Development Executive

Salaries for a Community Development Executive can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $194,536 in 2023 to around $196,301 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Community Development Executive salary trends, .

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